Can vasectomies fail?

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Sterilisation

Sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception. It involves an operation. Either a man or a woman can be sterilised. Ei... Obviously, because male and female anatomy is not the same, the operation is entirely different. Male sterilisation (vasectomy) stops sperm travelling from the testicles (testes). It is done by dividing the tubes in the.

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What it's like to have a vasectomy

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Vasectomy

Vasectomy is a a form of birth control where a man undergoes a small operation to cut the end of the vas deferens tube. This is the tube that takes sperm from the testicles (testes) to the penis. It is also best not to do heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for four w... Vasectomy risks Most men have no problems after a vasectomy. Problems are.

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Having sex after a vasectomy

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Sperm test

A sperm test (semen analysis) is usually advised if a couple is having difficulty becoming pregnant (conc... A semen analysis will also be requested following a vasectomy, as it is the only way a man can be completely certain that he is sterile after this procedure. Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE For more information on men's health, go to.

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Can men get thrush?